CWAJ Graduate Scholarship 2025 of ¥2.0 Million Online Application Process
Are you a non-Japanese woman aspiring to pursue your PhD in Japan? The CWAJ Graduate Scholarship for Non-Japanese Women to Study in Japan (NJG) offers a transformative opportunity to advance your academic career and contribute to society. Since its establishment in 1981, the NJG Program has empowered women from over 50 countries, providing them with the support they need to achieve their academic goals in Japan. Now, you could be one of the next scholars to benefit from this prestigious program!
About the CWAJ Graduate Scholarship (NJG)
The Non-Japanese Graduate Program (NJG) is designed to support non-Japanese women who are enrolled in a PhD program at a Japanese university. This scholarship is awarded based on academic excellence, the quality and feasibility of your proposed study, and your potential to make a positive impact on society. The NJG Scholarship does not impose restrictions on your field of study or age, making it an inclusive and valuable opportunity for women across various disciplines.
Scholarship Details
- Number of Scholarships: 2
- Scholarship Amount: ¥2.0 million each
- Scholarship Period: April 2025 to March 2026
- Application Deadline: Monday, October 7, 2024, 23:59 JST
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the NJG Scholarship, you must:
- Identify as a woman.
- Be a non-Japanese national without permanent residency in Japan.
- Be enrolled in a PhD degree program at a Japanese university during the entire scholarship period.
- Reside in Japan from the time of application until the end of April 2025.
- Have not completed any education in Japan before your bachelor’s degree (short-term language study is excluded).
- Not hold other scholarships exceeding ¥1.5 million during the scholarship period.
- Not be a past recipient of a CWAJ award or a CWAJ member.
Ineligible Applicants:
- Those currently studying or working abroad.
- Former recipients of CWAJ awards and members of CWAJ.
Application Process and Timeline
- July 2024: Register for your Application ID Number on the CWAJ website.
- October 7, 2024: Deadline to submit your application, including required documents and reference letters.
- February 2025: Interviews, usually held on a weekend.
- March 2025: Notification of scholarship recipients.
- May 2025: Event announcing the 2025 CWAJ Scholarships.
Required Documents:
- Application essay
- Education transcripts (including PhD transcript if applicable)
- Two letters of recommendation
- Copy of your Japanese residence card
- ¥2,000 application processing fee
How to Apply?
To apply for the NJG Scholarship, visit the CWAJ website (https://cwaj.org/scholarship/graduate-scholarship-for-non-japanese-women-to-study-in-japan-njg/) to register for an Application ID Number. After registration, you will gain access to all necessary application forms. Be sure to submit all materials in English by the deadline.
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